
Listing details
PRICE IMPROVEMENT OF $55,000! Seller extremely motivated! Bring all offers! Architectural charm meets resort-style luxury at 8634 Gateshead Road! Offering over 3,000 square feet of meticulously maintained above-grade living space, this impressive Colonial combines sophisticated finishes with an inviting, functional floor plan. The main level showcases gleaming refinished hardwood floors, a private main-level home office perfect for remote work, and a magnificent, expanded kitchen featuring upgraded countertops, a center butcher block island, and abundant cabinet storage. The true centerpiece of the main level is the showstopping family room addition, designed with soaring vaulted ceilings, skylights, and a panoramic wall of windows that floods the space with natural light while capturing pristine views of the backyard. Step through the French doors to extend your entertaining outdoors into a private backyard retreat. The resort-style grounds feature a sparkling in-ground swimming pool, an expansive composite deck with an integrated outdoor Bose sound system, an electrical shed, and mature tree coverage offering serene privacy for summer relaxation and hosting guests. Upstairs, the home offers four spacious bedrooms and two full baths, headlined by a primary suite complete with a private sitting area, walk-in closet, and an ensuite bath. The unfinished lower level provides exceptional storage potential or opportunity for future customization. Beyond the home, enjoy a peaceful, walkable community setting with tree-lined sidewalks, nearby neighborhood parks, and close proximity to the prestigious Mount Vernon Country Club. Enjoy the freedom of zero HOA restrictions, plus an unbeatable location just minutes from Fort Belvoir, major commuter freeway arteries, historic Mount Vernon, and vibrant Old Town Alexandria!
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Schools
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- T.C. Williams High School
- George Mason Elementary
- Lyles-Crouch Traditional Academy
Commute
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I-395, I-495, GW Parkway
Walkability
Somewhat Walkable
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